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Bay Village Mourns Loss of Lacrosse Player Dylan Veselic After Fatal Injury

The 16-year-old sophomore died from head trauma sustained during a game, sparking an outpouring of community support and tributes.

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Overview

  • Dylan Veselic, a Bay High School sophomore, passed away on May 8 after being struck in the back of the head by a lacrosse ball during a game on May 6.
  • The school district has canceled athletic events and is providing counseling services to help students, staff, and families cope with the tragedy.
  • More than $80,000 has been raised through community fundraisers and meal trains to support the Veselic family during this difficult time.
  • Hundreds gathered at St. Raphael Catholic Church for a prayer service and vigil to honor Dylan’s memory and support his grieving family.
  • Veselic, remembered as a kind and dedicated student-athlete, has inspired symbolic tributes, including lacrosse sticks placed on porches across the community.